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All lively on the Western front: the difficult situation of Ukrainian logisticians
The war in Ukraine has been raging for over two years and its effects are far-reaching. In addition to direct suffering, the focus is also on indirect consequences, such as the search for new trade routes and overcoming logistical challenges. Border blockades and political tensions are exacerbating the situation, but require a coordinated European response to ensure stability and competitiveness in the region.
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BRICS enlargement - a "non-event" or a stage victory against the West?
The enlargement of the BRICS group at the beginning of the year to include five new member states raises questions about the political and economic consequences. What do the existing members expect from the expansion? What do the new ones expect? What does BRICS enlargement mean for the West, and what could a liberal response to this look like?
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Fateful Elections in Slovakia: Will the Divided Country Break Away From the European Family?
Presidential elections in Slovakia: after none of the candidates achieved the required absolute majority in the first round on 23 March, the two best-placed candidates, government-backed Peter Pellegrini and opposition candidate Ivan Korčok, will go into the run-off at the beginning of April. If Pellegrini wins, Moscow will have another bridgehead in the EU.
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Hong Kong in the era of national security - Legislation under Article 23
In March 2024, Hong Kong's Legislative Council unanimously passed the "Safeguarding National Security Bill" a new national security legislation under Article 23. This controversial legislation poses the risk of having severe ramifications for the city’s future and will likely lead to further repression of human rights in Hong Kong.
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Georgia is Europe!
Georgian President Salome Zurabichvili is trying to accelerate Georgia's reform process towards Europe. The author spoke at length with her and liberal Georgian partners about the country's tortuous path to becoming a truly liberal democracy that will one day qualify for EU membership.
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Nicaragua vs. Germany: a political red herring
Nicaragua filed an application to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to initiate proceedings against Germany. The Central American country accuses Germany of violating its obligations under the UN Genocide Convention.
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The Foundation for Freedom in Germany and the World
Based on the principles of liberalism, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom offers political education in Germany and abroad. Our headquarter is located in Potsdam, and we maintain offices throughout Germany and in over 60 countries around the world.
With our events and publications, we help people to become actively involved in political affairs. We support talented young students with scholarships.
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Armenia-Azerbaijan Border Tensions and Relationship Dynamics. What Is Russia’s Agenda?
Since Azerbaijan has taken control over Nagorno-Karabakh in September 2023, much of the attention has shifted to Syunik, Armenia’s strategically important southeastern province. In Armenia, fears are mounting that an Azerbaijani invasion towards that direction could be imminent. An armed incident in a border village in Syunik on February 13 caused significant concerns.
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Is El Salvador on the path to an authoritarian regime?
There is a lot at stake in the presidential and parliamentary elections in El Salvador. But the result seems to be a foregone conclusion. The 42-year-old elected president, Nayib Bukele, will probably soon be starting his - unconstitutional - second term in office.
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South Africa vs. Israel
The International Court of Justice has issued an order in the proceedings between South Africa and Israel. The case is about the application of the Genocide Convention in the Gaza Strip. Although Israel does not have to stop its military operation, the ICJ demands provisional measures to prevent civilian casualties. The decision touches on sensitive issues of genocidal intent while ignoring aspects of international law. The proceedings, initiated by South Africa, also reflect domestic political motivations and warrant global attention.
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Argentina ahead of general strike on 24 January - What's next?
The general strike on 24 January will be an important indicator of how much support Milei still has among the majority of the population and whether he can gain further momentum for his ambitious reform course or whether he will have to brace himself for increased headwinds.
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The Day after (the War)
Former liberal Knesset member Ksenia Svetlova explores potential scenarios for the time after the Gaza War. Israel, Hamas, and neighboring Arab states face new challenges. She argues that even with a failing strategy of Hamas, only strong people to people relations can lead to a stable post-war order in the Middle East.
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Iran-Afghanistan relations - the geostrategic importance of Afghanistan
The security situation in and around Afghanistan has entered a new phase since the Taliban took power in August 2021. In a stakeholder mapping process experts from Afghanistan's neighbouring countries outline the interests and strategies of their respective nations. Dr Bahram Salavati wrote the first article of this series, analysing and describing Iran's strategic interests.
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India Outs Its Israel Affair
India's journey in shaping its relationship with Israel reflects a significant shift in its foreign policy, evolving from early skepticism and avoidance to a robust partnership. Initially, India's stance was influenced by concerns related to religion-based statehood and regional dynamics. However, changing geopolitical circumstances, including the collapse of the Soviet Union, paved the way for normalized relations in the 1990s.
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Liberal Human Rights Work 2023
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) contributes to improving the situation with more than 60 offices around the world, not only in the fight against impunity, but also in the promotion of women's rights and diversity, among other things. The Foundation supports human rights education for human rights defenders, activists and their partners around the world. This report shows just a sample of the FNF's liberal human rights work in 2023.